Years before our paths crossed, Aleksandra had applied for Darmasiswa, a non-degree scholarship program offered by the Indonesian government to foster interest in the country’s language and culture. Despite not being selected, her curiosity about Indonesia remained unflagging, eventually leading to our journey in 2023.
Drawing inspiration from countless non-fiction books and an old edition of the Lonely Planet guidebook, we meticulously crafted a 3-week itinerary spanning 4 islands of the archipelago. This route allowed us to immerse ourselves in Indonesia’s rich tapestry of ethnicities, cultures, languages, and culinary traditions. Our journey took us from lush rainforests to towering volcanoes, culminating in encounters with the country’s unique endemic flora and fauna.
We are dreaming of going next time to Japan and South Korea!